All about my experiences running a boutique and raising our children in Denver, CO.

Going out

I have been going to a lot of events for the store lately and I must say that I am tired. After wrapping up three back to back fashion shows, and another one this Sunday at DC10, I am ready for a short break.Jung from Metroboom and Heidi from Disrespectacle's were great to work with during the fashion shows. We did casting calls for the models and it was always very entertaining to say the least.Last night, I was resigned to stay home, cold snowy night, fire in the fireplace and me one inch from my jams. but no, I was putting on my skull sweater and hiking up my boots and getting ready to head out to meet up with Liz and Jung. Who couldn't make it after all. So my trooper friends Lesli and Steve and I went to 975, which is a great place, for drinks and some mac and cheese. Then it is on to DC10 for a planned event, with the lure of free champagne, to hang out. Not as much fun as expected with friends bailing out at the last minute, but good to go. Gave out a few cards for the store to women. Need to get much better about promoting my biz when out at events. I am so not shy but don't want to push my store on people. But, it has come to the point, that I need to work on that area.Stayed out until midnight, which is an early night for me these days. Today, luckily was not a hungover day, at least not too bad. A big veggie melt sandwich at Sam's did the trick. I must be hungry again.I am resolved to stay in more, market Swank more when out, and try to have more balance in my life. Marketing and networking is very important but much harder when you have a family and want to spend time with them also. Most of my events are at night and involve me wanting to stay out and join the party once it begins. It is work and there is usually vodka involved but it is still work-ha my kind of work. For now I am going to concentrate on balance